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Originally published by Capital Newstop
January 8, 2026
1d ago
Pastor James Irungu Collapses After 79 Hours Into 80-Hour Tree-Hugging Challenge, Rushed to Hospital

NAIROBI,Kenya Jan 8-Pastor James Irungu, a Murang’a resident who set out to break the national tree-hugging endurance record, collapsed just minutes - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Pastor James Irungu, a Murang’a resident, collapsed and was hospitalized after enduring 79 hours and 40 minutes of an intended 80-hour tree-hugging challenge in Kenya. He was rushed to Murang'a County Level Five Hospital and is reportedly in stable condition.
- Irungu had aimed for an 80-hour endurance feat to raise awareness about cancer.
- He surpassed the previous record of 72 hours held by tree-planting ambassador Truphena Muthoni.
- The event drew large crowds and attention, becoming a platform for Kenyans to advocate for more affordable cancer treatment and screening.
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